At a glance
A large work-ute family now spanning diesel, 48-volt assistance and a dual-motor Hilux BEV.
- Cab-chassis and wellside range
- Diesel / Hybrid / Electric powertrain
- Available now in New Zealand
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NZ ute model guide
Toyota Hilux
A large work-ute family now spanning diesel, 48-volt assistance and a dual-motor Hilux BEV.
Current published starting point$49,990 TDPPrices and capacities vary by body, grade, fitted accessories and delivery timing.
NZ status: The 2026 NZ range includes diesel, 48-volt assisted and battery-electric choices.
- Range
- BEV: 245–315km NEDC
- Payload
- BEV: 715–855kg by body
- Towing
- BEV: 2,000kg; PreRunner: 2,900kg; other suitable grades: 3,500kg braked
- Power
- Diesel/Hybrid: 150kW; BEV: 144kW
Work-first research
Everything important, without the brochure clutter
Toyota Hilux buyers have plenty to weigh up beyond the badge. This independent-first guide focuses on how the ute may fit a real workday, which questions to ask about the exact variant, and how to compare like-for-like dealer offers.
Published specifications
- Engine / system
- 2.8L turbo-diesel, 48V assisted diesel or battery electric
- Power
- Diesel/Hybrid: 150kW; BEV: 144kW
- Torque
- Diesel: 420–500Nm
- Towing
- BEV: 2,000kg; PreRunner: 2,900kg; other suitable grades: 3,500kg braked
- Payload
- BEV: 715–855kg by body
- Electric range
- BEV: 245–315km NEDC
- Battery
- BEV: 59.2kWh
- Driveline
- 2WD/4WD diesel choices; BEV dual-motor AWD
- Warranty
- 3 years / 100,000km standard; up to 5 years / 150,000km with qualifying Toyota servicing
- Service / ownership
- Toyota Service Advantage capped-price coverage up to 5 years / 60,000km
Price & variants
$49,990 TDPCompare the exact body, grade, on-road costs, fitted work equipment, delivery date and finance conditions—not only the headline price.
Work capability
Start with the completed vehicle: crew, tools, stock, tray or fit-out, accessories and any regular trailer.
- Fleet
- Rural
- Construction
- Urban routes
Payload & towing
- Payload
- BEV: 715–855kg by body
- Towing
- BEV: 2,000kg; PreRunner: 2,900kg; other suitable grades: 3,500kg braked
Range, charging & power
- Powertrain
- Diesel / Hybrid / Electric
- Engine / system
- 2.8L turbo-diesel, 48V assisted diesel or battery electric
- Power
- Diesel/Hybrid: 150kW; BEV: 144kW
- Range
- BEV: 245–315km NEDC
Best suited to
FleetRuralConstructionUrban routes
Use this as a shortlist starting point. The final decision should follow a loaded test drive and a written, itemised offer.
Things to consider
- Payload after people, accessories and permanently carried equipment
- Service access, replacement transport and parts support
- Real delivery timing and any stock or allocation conditions
- Loaded route range, charging access and winter margin
Dealer offers
Send one clear brief covering vehicle, work, setup, location and timing. Relevant participating dealers can respond where coverage is available.
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Read guideSpecification recordChecked 25 August 2026
Toyota New Zealand 2026 Hilux launch ↗. Values are published New Zealand model-family figures or explicitly labelled international manufacturer figures where the NZ page does not publish the field.
Warranty & ownership recordChecked 25 August 2026
Toyota New Zealand Service Advantage ↗. Programme conditions, commercial-use limits and time-limited offers can change; confirm eligibility in the written dealer offer.
Image recordToyota Global Newsroom 2026 Hilux media release · verified 25 August 2026
Official manufacturer asset used with attribution for vehicle identification and editorial comparison; not licensed for third-party advertising.
Common questions
Toyota Hilux NZ FAQs
Can Tradie Wheels get me a Toyota Hilux quote?+
You can submit one vehicle brief and ask us to seek suitable offers from participating New Zealand dealers. Coverage and the number of responses vary by location, model and timing.
Does Tradie Wheels sell the Toyota Hilux?+
No. Tradie Wheels is a comparison and lead-matching service. Any vehicle purchase, finance agreement or warranty is directly between you and the selected supplier.
Which Toyota Hilux variant is best for tradies?+
That depends on payload after accessories, towing, cab requirements, travel, security and budget. Compare the exact variant specification against a written work-use brief.